Who took over Securus?
Platinum Equity
It’s also a question criminal justice reform activists have directed to Detroit Pistons owner Tom Gores, whose private equity firm owns Securus. Gores’ firm, Platinum Equity, purchased Securus in 2017, joining a $1.2 billion prison telecom industry that makes its money from incarcerated people and their families.
Why is Securus blocked?
Exceeded Your Spending Limit. If you have exceeded your account spending limit with Securus, calls to your line may be blocked. If you believe this is the case, please contact Securus at 800-844-6591.
Did Securus buy out JPay?
JPay, a Miramar-based technology company that provides prisons with electronic payment services, email and a host of educational and entertainment apps, is being acquired by Securus Technologies of Dallas.
How much money does Securus make?
$767.5 million
During the pandemic, every business line – phone calls, video calls, tablets, payment services, and electronic monitoring – experienced growth. Data shows that Securus’ revenues grew 10 percent, or $69.5 million, to $767.5 million, in 2020 compared to only 2 percent in 2019.
Why was my Securus account closed?
Exceeded Your Spending Limit If you have exceeded your account spending limit with Securus, calls to your line may be blocked. If you believe this is the case, please contact us at 972-734-1111.
Is Securus legal?
That sheriff is now facing state and federal criminal charges and a civil suit by highway patrol officers. But Securus may be in legal jeopardy as well, for violating a federal law that prohibits making false representations to a phone company to obtain confidential customer records.
What’s the difference between JPay and Securus?
Securus Technologies is the parent company of JPay, and we are in the process of merging our services to help you stay connected. Over time we will be moving facilities over to use Securus eMessaging as we continue to improve the experience for you to communicate with your loved ones.
Who is the CEO of Securus?
Robert E. Pickens (Jan 1, 2018–)Securus Technologies / CEO
Is Securus a public company?
Securus is owned by Beverly Hills-based private equity firm Platinum Equity….Securus Technologies.
| Type | Private |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1986 (as TZ Holdings Inc.) Dallas, Texas, U.S. |
| Headquarters | Carrollton, Texas , U.S. |
| Products | Tablets, Money Transfers, Communications, education, and reentry services for incarcerated individuals. |
| Owner | Platinum Equity |
Can Securus delete your account?
Securus does not charge a fee to close an account but Western Union handing fees will be applied when picked up. MoneyGram or payments by mail – a refund will be issued by check via US. Postal Service mail in 2-3 weeks. Please go to ‘My Settings’ to verify your address or change it prior to deleting account.
How do I get my money back from Securus Technologies?
Refunds: Occasionally a Direct Bill account holder may over-pay the bill and request a refund of the amount overpaid. To request a refund, the Direct Bill account holder must call Securus at 1-800-844-6591. There is no charge to the customer to receive a refund in these cases.
Why is my Securus account closed?
What company owns JPay?
Securus TechnologiesJPay / Parent organization
Which states use Securus?
Operations. Securus is headquartered in Dallas, Texas with regional offices located in Carrollton, Texas, Miramar, Missouri, and Houston, Texas. The company employs approximately 1,600 people and is reported to have contracts with 2,600 correctional facilities in the United States.
Is GTL and securus the same?
GTL is owned by American Securities, and Securus is owned by Abry Partners, although it’s trying to sell itself to Platinum Equity, whose Chairman/CEO is Tom Gores, owner of the Detroit Pistons.
Is Securus still in business?
In March 2015, it was announced that Securus was selling its personal emergency response service (PERS) platform to Ogden, UT-based Freeus, LLC, sister company of AvantGuard Monitoring Systems. That same month, it was announced that BrickHouse Security acquired Securus, including Zoombak and related brands.
What does Securus do?
Securus Inc., was a Cary, North Carolina based provider of GPS tracking and personal emergency response technology.
What is Securus video connect?
Powerful technology makes it possible. Securus Video Connect SM, is a fully web-based visual communication system that allows friends, family members, attorneys, and public officials to schedule and participate in video sessions with an incarcerated individual – from anywhere with internet access using the free Securus app, computer or tablet.
Why did Securus change its name to Securus?
In 2010 the company changed its name to Securus, Inc., to reflect its diversification into new markets. The company’s chief executive officer is Chris Newton. In 2011, Securus, Inc acquired Zoombak, LLC from TruePosition, Inc., a subsidiary of Liberty Media.